The United States is a slight favorite to defend its world championship in the tournament that began Friday with France’s 4-0 rout of South Korea. But with the host team overdue for a trophy and several programs making notable gains, this World Cup promises to be the most competitive ever.
Read on for the picks to advance to the knockout round, along with the tournament schedule.
Two teams from each group, and four of the six third-place teams, will advance to the round of 16.
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